Arlington National Cemetary: After the Flag

4/13/2009

2 Roses, 20 Days Left,

A two rose salute to all those taking part in the 37 Days Challenge to themselves

20 days left in the 37 Days Challenge.

I said I would put exercise into my life and I have. Not exactly as I originally planned - with a walk-a-day. Early on I realized I would have to find exercise in my usual routine and claim it. Walk further in a parking lot, climb steps when I could, and breathe deeply. Make those steps count for something for me. Believe it or not these bits make a difference. I know myself for the slug I am and I can feel that its helping. The real test comes tomorrow when a class I am teaching at a local Middle School reconvenes. The Art Room is at the back of the building. It takes a city block long walk down a very long corridor to reach it. Since September every time I have walked this walk since I have reached the classroom winded. Lets see what tomorrow brings.

3 comments:

Good trick for climbing stairs, might work for long halls: breathe in deeply for two steps, out for two. One philosophy I have when adapting exercises for various aches and problems: anytime we aren't sitting on the couch (or in front of the computer), we are doing something positive!